To understand possible problems with air toxics and make sure that we are meeting our goals, IDEM maintains one of the most extensive air toxics monitoring networks in the nation. In addition to this, we have an in-house laboratory capable of analyzing an array of air toxics as well as criteria pollutants. We also have air modeling specialists, risk analysts, and Hazardous Air Pollutant (HAP) emissions inventory specialists to help ensure that we have as complete a picture as possible of Indiana’s air quality.

In addition to regular air monitoring and analysis, OAQ has also performed several local- and community-scale air toxics studies in Indianapolis and around the state. These studies combine monitoring and modeling to help get the most complete picture possible of air quality in areas that have been identified as having potential problems.